Booker T Speaks on the Passing of Jason David Frank of the Power Rangers

[@kjo2130]

A guy so loved across this planet taking his life.... insane man. RIP JDF, will always be apart of my childhood memories!

[@jimmyju76]

depression and demons run deep

[@jif69]

His wife was gonna take everything in the divorce.

[@Nepthu]

He had a huge ego and history of beefing with people. He had issues

[@robd1329]

Its unbelievable. He was the guy I wish I was! Thats how cool he was and sas he took his own life.

[@FiggNootensFigures]

Maybe he he didn't know just how loved he was. I think that's why we always got to make sure to reach out to anybody that we know that we haven't told I love you in a while and make sure that they know that...

[@StevenJackson215]

I want to thank you Brad and Booker T for paying tribute to Jason David Frank. Two things stood above everything growing up for me, WCW and Power Rangers. It really hurts to know someone you looked up to has gone. But I take comfort in that Jason made an incredible impact on the world, which all of us enjoyed together. Once a ranger. Always a ranger.

[@ThePaulcarter35]

Power Rangers & WCW - 2 of the best parts of childhood right there

[@jonc2914]

Your thanking them for profiting off a suicide? Thats strange.

[@Alucia0]

Very down to earth and wise words from Booker T. What happened with JDF is so tragic, he was so well loved by so many people, especially around my age. I was 3 when MMPR first aired, I literally grew up with this show and his character. He was always there for the fans and really did have a lot of love for that character and all the people that adored him. He will be missed so much.

[@marcushamner5994]

I met JDF twice at Alabama Con and he was a class act. He always told me he loves my energy. I met Booker T at WrestleCon and he’s phenomenal too! When wrestlers pay tribute to a guy who’s never been a wrestler, it shows the impact JDF and Power Rangers has had on so many people. JDF has had interactions with most pro wrestlers because most of were inspired by him and martial arts . I wanted to be like Tommy Oliver. Every guy did. This is beyond heartbreaking. I love you JDF. I miss you so much, man. Once a Ranger, always a Ranger🥺😢😢😢😭💔💔💔

[@nathanlukeson9244]

I talked to his publicist. His publicist said he would never come here because there's not enough fan base in northeast Pennsylvania.

[@decimalcactus1902]

@@nathanlukeson9244 It's a lot easier for me to believe that he met him as opposed to you supposedly talking to someone like that, can you back up the statement?

[@cococinnamon2236]

I really really miss him a lot I am glad i met him R.I.P JDF 😔

[@marcushamner5994]

@@cococinnamon2236 Me too. I met him twice. He was an awesome guy. Whoever said “never meet your heroes” obviously hasn’t met a great guy like JDF😔😔

[@woogie872]

We all wanted him to die of old age He was deeply loved And make no mistake So is Booker T Hungry man dinner is awesome commercial So grateful you spoke on this I was born '87 grew up watching both of you Thanks for being you and speaking on it Please stick around also You're loved too

[@patrickboian8545]

Thank you for talking about this Booker. This guy was a major hero to me as a kid and it hurt a lot finding out about this.

[@nathandiaz3446]

It hurt? Jesus...

[@jerelminter]

I got a chance to meet Jason David Frank at one of his many autograph signings several years ago. I haven't done it ever since, but I'm happy I did it when I had the chance.

[@oogabooga1023]

If you're struggling get help. You're more worth to the people you love alive than dead

[@jayNicks10]

RIP Ranger In Power Still can’t believe JDF is gone. The guy was an inspiration, a motivational speaker, a role model, a class act. His legacy will never be forgotten. Once a ranger. Always a ranger.

[@cornbreadmilton5265]

Remembered a few weeks ago when it the news pop up on my phone,I was shocked ass hell thinking"WOW"another huge Legend is gone outta this World,many Ranger fans had just found out the Greatest Power Ranger of All Time had passed,I just smh.

[@ryuunishikawa]

Thank god that Jason David Frank is dead!

[@cornbreadmilton5265]

@@ryuunishikawa why u say that?

[@davidjr5223]

The Goat of Power Rangers my childhood show my favorite Power Ranger He was is White Ranger. And Legend of the white Dragon is coming out next year. ITS MORPHINE TIME

[@RiruKrypto_]

Booker T being humbled with this topic, it's sad that we lost a childhood hero. 😔 RIP JDF, you were the trail blazers when it comes to Power Rangers

[@smittycal]

I’m sure Booker ran into him on the con circuit over the years. It’s just sad that JDF ended up this way, but we should be thankful for the life that he gave us and the memories that he gave is. RIP to him

[@RikuwOblivion]

The way Booker talks about the kid at Foot Locker, when I met Jason the first of many times I was literally shaking like that kid. I couldn't talk to him hardly at all, he was my hero for 20 years standing in front of me and he made everything so comfortable. Talked to me like I was important. It got to a point where I met him enough he at least recognized my face. Amazing person. Rest in peace Jason.

[@jpprophete1988]

I remember attending nyc comic con a few years back and JDF was there. I was waiting in line to get a picture at his booth and he was next to hulk hogan’s booth. When I looked at the back of the line, there were more people in line to get a photo and autograph for JDF than hulk hogan (who is arguably popular as well after all these years). It just shows that this man had an impact in everyone’s lives including mine. RIP JDF and thank you for making my childhood great.

[@robsprojectsports8467]

One of the greatests power rangers of all time JDF rip

[@Anoth3rFail3dUpload]

This still hurts now, I meet JDF doing security work at a comic con in the uk. He found out somehow I was a huge power rangers and JDF fan, he come up after the end of the day found me in the staff room, he said hay big man come with me real quick I got something for you. So there me walking to his back stage room there he gifted me a huge one of the bigest poster I have ever owned and he signed it for me, he thanked me for a really professional display from me and thanked me, me I mean come on I was just doing my job. But he said my energy and presence made him and his fans feel safe. He asked me why I liked power rangers so much as a kid so I told him my story, I was a young kid growing up I had found it hard to make friends after my little sister death and that I felt alone and I found comfort in power rangers. I also was in to martial arts due to my father being an instructor in ju-jitsu and he asked about my dad and how long he dedicated his life to the study of martial arts. To this day that half an hour I got after work with a childhood hero ment the world to me

[@Aaron11411]

Just found this video (I am a fan of both Booker T and JDF) and I'm glad because Booker has given me some comfort in this sad situation. Thank you

[@danielhetue6968]

Thank you for the update, Booker. JDF will truly be missed forever. RIP :(

[@0newingedcrow]

Booker T is such a class act and true inspiration. He started out making poor choices in life that got him in trouble, but he not only learned from it, he grew because of it. And now, after such an amazing and inspirational career, he's still a down to Earth person with a good head on his shoulders.

[@novatic1rd]

Damn 2022 hit us pretty hard, Scott Hall and Jason David Frank two, total different ways of coming to the end, but both were played pivotal roles in my childhood. Prayer for everyone that has been effected, family, friends, coworkers and of course the fans. Thanks for the memories.

[@ArtDawg89]

And Kevin Conroy we lost the three people that made our childhood amazing

[@emanueli.josephii5529]

@@ArtDawg89 bruuuuh how I forget dude from Batman the animated series. My bad.

[@buckethatboy431]

Hearing Booker T and Kurt Angle on Real Ones both saying "we're just like you" is really something.

[@drphot6050]

Top Tier athletes and entertainers

[@RiruKrypto_]

What if that fan said, you may think you are like me but you're more athletic and you can do things I can never do in that ring.

[@joshuareaper37]

This still hits me hard... Losing him is like like losing my brother, my mentor, My dad. Robin Williams was hard....

[@Pewpewpew182]

Miss the guy. May he rest in peace

[@danielhetue6968]

And may the power protect JDF’s spirit and legacy.

[@justlift213]

You knew him?

[@ryanporchia9103]

Farewell, Jason David Frank. And (as The Undertaker said:) REST... IN... PEACE.👋✌️

[@Solitaryman38]

A hero to many myself included. A light to all. RIP JDF.

[@thomaswheeler9126]

Didn't really expect to come across a video of one of my favorite WWE people talking about the most legendary Power Ranger ever. This got to me from two different parts of my personal fandom. Thank you Booker and Brad for treating the matter so respectfully. And I completely agree. If any of you feel your headed in JDF's direction -- talk to someone and get help. RIP Jason David Frank.

[@julianbud7334]

Xavier Woods actually had him on an episode of up up down down that he posted

[@datboibaz]

Thank you for the kind words Booker. You are a true Champion. Now. Can you dig that !? Suuuuuckaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!! Lol love y’all

[@drphot6050]

RIP to the greatest Ranger of them all!

[@puppytrainer2492]

Thank you for being humble and real

[@mandeezy213]

Still crying. About this one

[@deadpoolnerd]

I could tell JDF was always grateful to the fanbase. While other actors can view stuff like that from their earlier career as beneath them now, JDF always was engaged appearing for special anniversary episodes, for cameos when he can, still playing the same character in other series. He was always involved, and I saw how directly he loved the fans, it my first new york comic con some years ago; there was an anniversary special coming up so to advertise it Power rangers had a booth where if you collected enough stamps on this card you'd win a prize. And there that day was JDF in full green ranger outfit helmet and everything, there was a sea of people crowded around taking pictures. And he stood there by the booth happily taking pictures with as many fans as he could shaking their hand smiling asking them what they'd want. Dude was a class act, you could see the joy the love and appreciation he had on his face. And he didn't turn anyone away he stood there and took as many pics until the crowd died down and he left thanking the fans and took a lunch break. Great guy hope he rests easy and knows all the people he impacted from just one kids show years ago.

[@DanielRamos-tq7cz]

After his passing i started watching the show again Rip

[@theheelsynergy]

I remember I got to meet JDF in 2020 in my hometown of San Antonio. Throughout the meet and greet I was so nervous but instead of rushing me so he could talk to the next person in line. He gave me all the time in the world to talk to him. I remember talking to him about his MMA career, his favorite Power Rangers episode who he would want to fight in the UFC and even showed him a character model of his I created for him in the UFC 2 Video game. He was so nice about it. We’re going to miss you Jason! May the Power Protect you always!

[@Nightwing7217]

Looking good Booker T I'm sad we lost the green ranger much respect on showing support for JDF rip brother you will be missed I loved power rangers.

[@BrianLG100]

This one hits so hard. Been a hard hitting year with deaths for me.

[@juniors_mind]

Thank you for this brought tears to my eyes 🙏

[@johnlewisbrooks]

MAD RESPECT for Booker T handling it this way!

[@Oplix]

Love Booker T. Started watching Power Rangers and wrestling in 1993.

[@YusukeKnight]

RIP Jason David Frank

[@tjdmt297]

He left a great legacy, hate to see such a great man take his own life.

[@TruthWarriorB88]

Rest easy, JDF. 🙏🏾

[@ThePaulcarter35]

RIP JDF - a childhood hero to an entire generation - you'll never be forgotten. May the power protect you

[@ryanporchia9103]

I may not a fan of Power Rangers as I was as a kid, but I think the death of Jason Frank sucks. I might not know how he died, but I speak for all of Power Rangers fans that Jason Frank and his character Tommy Oliver will never forget. I mean it's not much to say because it's hard to accept the fact that he's dead. Hell, Kevin Conroy died and week later out of the blue, Jason Frank suddenly gone after Kevin Conroy's death. As much as I'll miss Kevin Conroy, I am feeling kinda sad that Jason Frank is no longer around. So, God rest both of their souls and let try hope for the best.😔🙏

[@brookswilliams5239]

Yeah it sucks because JDF possibly had a lot more time to be here with us I just pray that he's at peace and like Booker said if someone is struggling try to get help,talk to someone no matter who you are someone DOES care about you 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@stantonurbano-pepee4540]

Thank you, much you too love you guys.

[@Honky-Tonk.SKREEONKadonk]

when you feel that alone, reaching out is rarely an option. for gods' sake people, if you know someone at the end of their rope. DO NOT WAIT. they need to know how much you need them to keep going. they need to know the hole in their heart is NOT the burden that one should try and carry by themselves. R.I.P. J.D.F. R.I.P. Q.T.J.

[@Jay-us8ko]

We lost Kevin Conroy the voice of Batman Rumble Johnson and the Green Ranger

[@nathanskywalker1536]

Booker.T legend JDF legend even after his passing

[@MTSpade]

when wrestlers are talking about a guy like that that wasnt even in their profession it speaks to how far JDFs reach was and how many ppl he affected, he'll always be remembered for that, RIP Jas seriously tho ppl can talk about how you shouldnt go that way, its one thing if you have a famous life like that, no one thinks of the ppl with nothing, I've had literally nothing to live for and its never gotten better, I really dont think sticking it out is the answer, I know thats just the cliche phrase but sometimes shit is just shit

[@drphot6050]

Exactly because he was a fantastic entertainer and seemingly good guy who was battling one of the worst demons of them all.

[@danielhetue6968]

@drphot6050 Tommy Oliver was the bravest ranger ever since he defeated Rita’s putties by himself and faced his fear attacking monsters.

[@Oplix]

JDF was an icon and a role model for millions of kids.

[@sirrembrantontwitch4224]

Man I love sleeping to the sound of rain. It's very relaxing. I was fortunate to meet JDF back in March of this year at a Comic Book store signing. May he rest in Peace.

[@christoskettenis880]

Very good advice by Booker T. If you have some kind of fame and people tend to be fans of you, is very easy to become arrogant. While it's not a bad thing to be an admirer, it is a bad thing to be a fan and idolize famous people and just like Booker says, they are just like "regular" people.

[@MasterFhyl]

Thankyou Booker.

[@pcwc1]

It's a shame we lost Batman and The green ranger in less than a week after each other.

[@dangerousdays2052]

Michael Keaton died?

[@animeman84]

@@dangerousdays2052 Kevin Conroy from Batman:The Animated Series who was the voice of Batman

[@gamesmoney1025]

Talking to someone isn't as easy as it seems. People where I'm currently living are just rude and miserable. We live in a world where many males don't matter unfortunately.

[@frankE91210]

when we gettin a full length episode, BOOK ??!

[@mercuryman1250]

JDF will always be legendary as he was as Tommy. Just like booker t is. Both are legendary in their own right

[@cmbrock1]

I always had a mind what will be will be stuff happens to everybody so stuff is going to happen to you. You can’t take life so seriously. Do what you can but don’t take it so hard that you can’t or don’t want to do something. Saying no is okay and don’t feel bad about saying it. I think people take on too many responsibilities. There’s a saying don’t bite off more than you can chew. Get people away from you that stress you out. If they’re not bringing peace to you it’s alright to let them go. Relax yourself and remember it’s never that serious. RIP Jason David Frank!!!

[@ChrisDeVarro]

Damn even the great king Booker had something to say pertaining to our boy Jason David Frank.

[@BmanTheChamp]

It goes without saying but Booker's a class act. Also he seems a lot more coherent on this podcast than he does doing commentary, and that's not a knock on the guy, just something I noticed. He seems to talk a mile a minute on those shows, and it is entertaining but difficult to understand what he's saying a lot of the time. Here he slows down and it's a lot better.

[@leadwithlove7657]

Book End! My man layed it down for us all!

[@1rhpsfan]

May the light at the end of the tunnel always be you. - Seven Tyler

[@xalvador2823]

I like that the power rangers was started the year I was born and that JDF was apart of it from the beginning

[@konstantinkoverchenko9587]

JDF took the show to a whole new level and was super humble about it all. 😥

[@mikenike4776]

Child hood hero.yountomlove the pr as a kid jdf was my favorite

[@classicsbycandace]

#RIPJDF 💔🙏🏽💐

[@BSmokeyGaming]

Fun Fact: Since Booker T payed tribute to JDF, Billy Kidman looks alot like Tommy Oliver/JDF back in the 90s. Kidman can easily be JDFs stuntman on MMPR 😂. RIP JDF 🙏

[@whatwasthequestion4051]

Legends before the internet are real legends for life. To much hype today, when it should be about the work.

[@Provos7777]

Booker T is a solid dude.

[@lildan419r2]

R.i.p ❤️❤️❤️💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@RadicalTrivia]

A wizard is never late, Booker T.

[@tellemfreddysentya8221]

The best ranger

[@danielhetue6968]

@tellemfreddysentya8221 Even the bravest ranger of all time

[@_baller]

I think it's cuz him and his wife were fighting and she wanted to officially divorce, just unfortunate it had to come to this, definitely a childhood inspiration

[@T.H.U.G]

Not in a million Realities could I imagine Booker T from wrestling talking about The Green Ranger(JDF's) death. what a 🌎 This is a Classic.

[@Jeffrey_Tyler]

Damn Booker T looks good!

[@BIGJ03SGPHS]

well said Booker T. I got to meet jdf about a year and a half ago at a small comic book store in Corsicana Texas South of Houston actually and he signed something for me it was a card advertising his white dragon character for his new movie he's making and it was such a humbling experience..

[@gingegingerton]

RIP JDF!

[@julianbud7334]

I never realized how many wrestlers actually messed with Power Rangers Xavier Woods did similar thing man that's nuts I'm a wrestling fan and like every other 90s kid we all grew up on Power Rangers so yeah but then again the '90s also had the Attitude Era Stone Cold the rock you had sting and the nwo dx

[@racciworldwrestling]

Salute to the Book. Rip JDF

[@jackdanulsprime2077]

I say there was foul play involved, especially with the 30th Anniversary right around the corner and how involved he was with Power Rangers.

[@crazyfun5150]

I think what made this so bad was from the outside you'd never know depression or mental illness was an issue for him. I do think an awareness should be raised for men being taught that sharing and opening up isn't manly or makes you less strong of a man. Unfortunately in this case a lack of him getting help lead to JDF taking his own life. I watched Power Rangers for years and the green and white ranger were my favorite. So sad RIP.

[@NTAD]

3 things they kept telling us were bad influences when we were kids. Violent video games, pro wrestling and power rangers. I did and still do beg to differ. Good and bad are two sides of the same coin. It's what you do with the coin that matters. That's what Tommy would say. Like a dragon he will rise With a tiger's fierce eyes Soaring through azure skies The white falcon still flies

[@jonathanbynoe4375]

That is something that just came out of left field, and it happened before the American Thanksgiving and Christmas. The thing is that I predicted after Jason's untimely death was that fans would attack the wife. In my mind it is not right to do that, sending angry, hateful comments would not bring him back and change what happened. We should honour his memory with love and not hate. I'm not trying to bash his wife who was divorcing him, but it is common in Showbusiness where couples just split. While wives who are not celebrities and probably never worked a day in their life can be gold diggers and just file for divorce and get a hold of the husband's finances and assests. And those type of women can fabricate stories of abuse or infidelity.

[@roxannemichelle6483]

R.I.P. JDF

[@ChicCanyon]

Really wish he coulda got that Punk fight he wanted. Id have paid an outrageous ammount of money for that.

[@davidholmes2657]

Rip Jason David Frank

[@scottr2314]

I think it would be a good idea to never change his character's race, gender, or orientation in any possible future reboots or remakes in honor of Jason David Frank. That would be ideal. May the power protect you, always!

[@mayhemx9]

I had wondered if you knew him Booker I saw you with Walter jones ok I think Twitter at a boxing match

[@J0hnnyTheKid]

🙏

[@DanielATG215]

This hit me hard

[@BuckyBarnesNC]

I’m dressing up as the Green Ranger for my wife’s 90’s themed holiday party tomorrow. I can’t believe he took his life 😔

[@WastelandWarriorsWorkshop]

Morphine Time!!! RIP

[@cryospiral]

Too soon. Just way too soon.

[@justinvelazquez9740]

Life is not going to change for us as men until we come together as men and talk about these things before it's too late and someone does something to themselves how much alimony and how much child support do people got to go through for us to see that this is a problem if it was reversed women will stick up for each other for this

[@ninjacaptor]

JDF RIP

[@justinvelazquez9740]

Like women will stick up to each other with this even if they're wrong why us as man can do that it's not right we can prevent these things for each other

[@Aaron11411]

Lol, so true. Little ones come out all wide eyed like "What? What the hell am I doing here?"

[@sparkshadowtigergaming5602]

I wouldve loved to see Jason wrestle in a wring

[@J_Nanners]

JDF for WWE HOF Warrior Award, anybody?

[@T.H.U.G]

If u knew what this 🌎 was 👏

[@ammoposada4427]

Man deserves a statue. . . . .

[@job489]

I read JDF was going through a divorce. He and his estranged wife were arguing with each other in a hotel where hotel staff had to intervene and establish peace. They got into another heated argument where he made her leave the room. She was concerned and called the police. The police discovered that JDF hung himself. I don't know why they went to the same hotel. I don't know what they said to each other where JDF thought the only way out was death. I just wish it didn't end the way it did.